StoneSmart™

The forum to advance the science of endourology

Welcome to the urology community inspired by you and created for you. This is the only online peer-to-peer resource that captures and archives your ureteroscopy conversations, pictures, ideas, and insights in a single online destination.

The role of ureteroscopy in stone removal has undergone a dramatic evolution over the years due to advancements in technology. Because of this, Dr. Davalos explains how and why he uses this less-invasive ureteroscopic approach to remove a dense calcium oxide monohydrate stone from the lower pole of a kidney. He describes the anatomical challenges of the patient, how he navigates through the procedure and the technology used.

An analysis of data from three studies that involved a total of more than 240,000 participants found that a self-reported history of kidney stones was associated with a statistically significant increased risk of coronary heart disease among women.

No significant association was evident for men, according to the findings, which were published in JAMA (2013; 310:408-15). READ>>

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Moderator

Michael Borofsky, MD

University of Minnesota, Department of Urology

Dr. Michael Borofsky is an assistant professor of urology at the University of Minnesota medical school. His clinical and research interests include minimally invasive kidney stone surgery with a focus on ureteroscopic and percutaneous techniques as well as metabolic management for stone prevention.

He completed his general surgical and urologic training at New York University Medical Center and later a fellowship in endourology and stone surgery at Indiana University Health Methodist Hospital.

Disclaimer: Comments and views expressed by Dr. Borofsky are not intended to serve as endorsement for any products.